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Description

Development and evaluation of physical qualities in the aquatic environment. Uses of water with healthful purposes: sauna, whirlpool, spa therapy, and hydrotherapy. Design of aquatic programs for special populations. Methodology with children under 3 years of age.

Faculty

Professional interest

It is important that professionals in the science of physical activity and sport potentializing know and intervention in the aquatic environment for optimizing the general welfare of the practitioners. Also, given the current demand for physical activity programs and programs specifically for water sports and health requires adequate training of future graduates in science of physical activity and sport in this area of knowledge.

Competencies and learning outcomes

General competencies

Know existing legislation regarding the exercise of the profession.

Specific competencies

Manage sporting organizations, entities, and installations.

Objectives (Learning outcomes)

01Define the concepts and discover the areas of application of water activities.

02promote healthy habits through practice in the aquatic environment

03To design and develop educational programs for water activities health.

04To design and develop wellness programs in the aquatic environment.

05Learn the methods and techniques of physical activity in the aquatic environment for the prevention and treatment of various diseases of the musculoskeletal, respiratory, cardiovascular and metabolic diseases.

Grading

Continuously be evaluated through theoretical and practical work ( individual and group ) will take place both in theoretical and practical classes weekly and correspond to 60 % of the grade . There will also be a final exam with open questions , which will weigh on the rating of 40%. It is necessary to have two modules independently approved to pass the course .

Category AIn this mode is continuous assessment , comprising a series of activities. Below are the techniques and tools for gathering information to be used to assess the achievement of the skills of this subject with the mode A.Examination ( 40 % ) . To evaluate the concepts and methodology of healthy aquatic programs , there will be a written exam written and open. It will consist of theoretical and practical problem solving and correspond to 40 % of the final grade .This part of the final grade must be overcome, it is necessary to pass the course. The final features of the theoretical and practical test (number of questions , duration, etc. . ) Are indicated in the corresponding examination session , which will be published in accordance with the provisions of the Student Assessment Regulations of the UMH . An evaluation of the material provided by the teacher in pdf plus anyone who is used to develop theoretical and practical classes .The work ( 20 % ) . To implement the learning and test the acquisition of skills with high attitudinal component will use the individual and small work groups . In group work will request a peer assessment of group work as well as a self-assessment basis, based on the contribution of each student. This is to measure interpersonal relations , teamwork , the ability to integrate , problem solving , decision making , ethical commitment , initiative and entrepreneurship, critical and self- critical, etc. . Digital platform will be used at the University Miguel Hernández de Elche so that students present the work done and to order from in order to identify, express and evaluate their difficulties , skills, abilities and shortcomings , demonstrating the learning and skills acquired developed .Project ( exposure work in groups) ( 40 % ) . It will perform a project in small groups ( 4-5 students ) on the different topics discussed in the theoretical and practical content of the course ( topics will be designated by consensus in the classroom by teachers and students). The project will have a 40% rating on the practical credits of the course , you must write in Word format with the structure to be specified by teachers in class, which is presented in an oral (15 minutes) in an assessment situation other external groups , teacher and self- evaluation .

Category BStudents who choose this option will have to reach at least 5 to pass the assessment of the matter through one final exam , which will be provided both theoretical and practical content . Following this approach allows the student does not comply with the quality criteria and weighting of the measuring instruments of the type A.